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Refine tracking solution

by Community·VFX

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Why we like it

Refine tracking solution earns a spot in the blender_extensions library as a carryover from Blender 4.1's bundled add-ons, now maintained by the community and offered with limited support.

What is Refine tracking solution?

Refine tracking solution is a community add-on for Blender that refines a motion solution by adjusting track weight. It lives in the Clip Editor under Tools → Solve → Refine Solution.

Originally written by Stephen Leger, the add-on was part of Blender 4.1's bundled add-ons. It is now offered as it is, with limited support, and is maintained under the Community team. It is listed in the Blender extensions library, where it has recorded over 19,000 downloads.

The extension is compatible with Blender 4.2 LTS and newer and requires no special permissions. It is released under the GNU General Public License v2.0 or later, and the add-on carries a small 2.2 KB footprint. Version 1.1.6 was published on May 14th, 2024, and this release ships without a changelog.

Who is Refine tracking solution best for?

Refine tracking solution is best for motion tracking work inside Blender's Clip Editor, where a solve needs refining by adjusting track weight.

How much does Refine tracking solution cost?

Refine tracking solution is completely free to download and use.

Key features

  • Refines a motion solution by adjusting track weight
  • Accessible from the Clip Editor under Tools → Solve → Refine Solution
  • Compatible with Blender 4.2 LTS and newer
  • Released under the GNU General Public License v2.0 or later
  • Requires no special permissions
  • Originally authored by Stephen Leger

Tags

#Blender#motion tracking#tracking#Clip Editor#VFX#add-on#open source

Frequently asked questions

Does Refine tracking solution work with Blender 4.2?

Refine tracking solution is compatible with Blender 4.2 LTS and newer, so it runs on current LTS releases and later versions. It began as one of Blender 4.1's bundled add-ons and is now distributed separately through the Blender extensions library. You can add it by dragging and dropping the downloaded file into Blender, or by installing it from disk. Keep in mind it is offered as it is, with limited support, so check the developer's page for the latest compatibility details before relying on it in a project.

Where do I find Refine tracking solution in the Blender interface?

Refine tracking solution is located in the Clip Editor, under Tools → Solve → Refine Solution. From there it refines a motion solution by adjusting track weight. The add-on was originally written by Stephen Leger and is now maintained under the Community team. It requires no special permissions to run. For setup and usage details, the developer's page and its documentation are the best reference.

Is Refine tracking solution free to use?

Refine tracking solution is listed as free in this catalog and is released under the GNU General Public License v2.0 or later. That license covers how the code can be used, modified and redistributed. For current licensing terms and any conditions attached to newer versions, the developer's page is the place to check. Version 1.1.6 was published on May 14th, 2024, and requires no special permissions when installed in Blender.

How do I install Refine tracking solution?

Refine tracking solution can be added to Blender by dragging and dropping the downloaded file into the application, or by downloading it and installing from disk through Blender's extensions preferences. The add-on is a small 2.2 KB download. Once installed, it appears in the Clip Editor under Tools → Solve → Refine Solution. It is compatible with Blender 4.2 LTS and newer, so make sure your Blender version meets that requirement before installing.

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